The Libyan Sibyl (reflections_on_what_is_past_&_what_is_to_come)

Sound — A Poem in memory of Michael Jackson

Sound In loving memory of Michael Jackson Sometimes Sound is a gift It flies, it floats, it soars, it lifts It glides Straight and sure from the Creator's lips To the seldom-worthy ears of baseless hoards A brilliant silver cord that tethers

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111 Minutes: "This Is It" a touching tribute for Jackson's fans

"This Is It" treated Michael Jackson's fans to an intimate journey with him in his final months and days of preparation for a spectacular show.

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Jimmy Carter was Right on Racism

Some have tried to portray former President Jimmy Carter as outdated and out-of-touch for his comments regarding racial undertones in the opposition to President Obama. But the truth is, he hit the nail right on the head.

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What Ever Happened to Respect for the President?

What's going on, America? Since when is it okay to treat a President with the lack of respect we have witnessed in the past weeks and months?

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Democracy, Health Care Reform, and the Color of Unicorns

In an op-ed for the Washington Post, political commentator Eugene Robinson wrote: "Trying to analyze the "birther" phenomenon would mean taking it seriously, and taking it seriously would be like arguing about the color of unicorns."

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Loaded Guns at the President's Town hall? I don't think so!

President Obama's town hall meeting in Portsmouth, New Hampshire was attended by groups of outraged citizens protesting his health care reform plan. Some brought along loaded guns.

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Why Obama's weigh in on Gates' arrest was not a mistake

Dealing with issues of racial inequality in America is part and parcel of the tremendous responsibility President Obama willingly took on when he became our nation's first black president.

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Oprah silent on Michael Jackson's death

The Queen of Daytime Television's silence in the wake of the King of Pop's death is a mystery to the public and the media.

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Gray Without You—A Poem for MJ

Now that the rain has stopped Quietness abounds Living creatures huddle underground Hoping somehow the Seasons might grant us reprieve But Icarus has flown; he has taken his leave Still, now and again our eyes search the skies Where gentle clouds no longer cover stark, b …

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What Michael Jackson meant to me

While the media and entertainment worlds struggle to recap Michael Jackson's brilliant life in a blurb, many declaring him a bizarre mystery and choosing to dwell on his trials, his true fans know better.

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Let Iran heal itself

Since the start of post-election protests in Iran the GOP has widely accused President Obama of being "too soft" on the Iranian government. But avoiding direct U.S. intervention is the only way to ensure lasting change in Iran.

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Movie Review: 'The Soloist' is art for art's sake

No spoilers here, no plot summary, just a sincere and opinionated review. I saw the movie "The Soloist" this weekend and walked away feeling like I'd just watched a documentary directed by Vincent Van Gogh. Let me explain.

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Six-figure Salary Jobs Nobody Wants

Despite a depressingly tight job market, many corporate executives are saying "Thanks, but no thanks" to some lucrative jobs. Not surprisingly, embattled government-controlled mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are both having hard time recruiting top talent.

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Divided We Fall: Ron Paul says secession is the American way

In the wake of his controversial comments about secession from the U.S., Texas Gov. Rick Perry receives support from Ron Paul. Gov. Perry already got himself into hot water for his suggestive talk about secession at a Tea Party in Texas.

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Pirates, the Media, and the Power of Words

The rash of recent hijacking attempts by pirates has elicited a swift and justified response by the U.S. government and military. But as the media reports on these pursuits of protection and justice, we should not forget our humanity.

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Paddle Your Own Canoe (from the Colored Tribune, 1876)

This article was printed on April 8,1876 in the Colored Tribune (later the Savannah Tribune) in Savannah, Georgia. It appears to have originally been written by The National Monitor, a monthly religious publication founded by Rufus L. Perry, a minister and former slave.

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Tax day 'tea parties' serve up sour grapes

So-called tax day tea party protests reach a crescendo as conservative activists plan a large rally in Atlanta, GA for April 15th. But unlike the historic Boston Tea Party, these modern demonstrations seem to have no real point.

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Michelle Obama Dares to Go Bare

First Lady Michelle Obama's fashion picks for herself and her family have always been subjected to media scrutiny, but now her frequently bared and toned arms are quickly becoming legendary.

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Movie Review: "The Reader" is a Mixed Bag

Intrigued by Kate Winslet's Oscar victory, I finally went out this weekend to see "The Reader". The movie documents the brief romantic liason between a teenaged boy and an older woman in post-war Germany.

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Yikes! GOP Foiled Again as Jindal's Speech Flops

Harsh criticism from Democrats and Republicans alike following Governor Jindal's televised response to President Obama's speech to Congress on Tuesday highlight the need for fresh ideas and better leadership within the GOP.

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On the Mortgage Stimulus—Where's My Carrot?

Does President Obama's anxiously awaited and recently unveiled $75 Billion Housing stimulus plan do enough to help stable homeowners whose home values have plummeted? Unfortunately, I would have to say no.

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Back on the Stump, Obama puts the People first

President Obama's method of keeping his message on the ground by stumping campaign-style across the country for the economic stimulus program is both a boldly presidential move and a welcome, refreshing change from politics as usual.

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The Great Republican Flip-Flop

Is it just me or does anyone else remember how the Republicans used to support economic stimulus plans? I believe it was about six months ago when their presidential candidate was using the failing economy as his last-ditch campaign message.

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New Stimulus Proposal to Congress: Pay Your Taxes!

Could stiffening tax reporting requirements for U.S. elected officials be just the economic stimulus package this country needs?

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A Poem: On Hate

I Hate And it extends Up the root Around the tree Down the vines And through the leaves —It extends Right back to me Karma is An angry leaf Never to green Filled with grief Fallen to ground And the till goes 'round —No point In ever hating then

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